Greg Johnson

Organizational psychologist. @NorthwesternMN VP Strategy/Chief of Staff. Christ-follower with passions for my family, sports, the lake, and a touch of politics.

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

@Mike_kim714 @Mike_kim714 Can I caddie for you at the 3M Open in Minnesota in July??

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

Congrats and welcome back, @CoachWestberg!

[UNW Eagles @unweagles]

🏀 Keeping it in the family ✊

Lance Westberg ‘13 has been named the 7th head coach in @unwmbb history! A 4-year letterwinner for the Eagles under @CoachGrosz, @CoachWestberg comes home to UNW after 9 years as an assistant at UW-River Falls.

Welcome home, Coach!

Full story ⬇️

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

As a yearlong resident, I can tell you this: Minnesotans (myself included) can be found outdoors more often than not, regardless of season.

[Nicholas Kristof @NickKristof]

A major new study published today by a panel of Democrats and Republicans ranks states by quality of life. The states at the top aren't the richest, and they don't have the highest tax rates -- although they do seem to do an unusually good job executing policy and sharing the wealth that they create. Often they have opposition parties strong enough to keep ruling parties nervous and effective.

To see which state ranks No. 1 and how your state ranks (slight tease!), here's a gift link: https://t.co/JfjLMfcGDk

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

Recently visited @baseballhof, among other New York State destinations. The attention to detail in preserving this national pastime is 💯!

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

Job well done to my friend @CoachGrosz! You will be missed at @NorthwesternMN and @unweagles.

[UNW Eagles @unweagles]

- 475 wins
- 2 @TheNCCAA DI National Titles
- 16 regular season conference 🏆
- 13 conference tournament 🏆
- 9 NCAA DIII Tournament appearances
- 1 NCAA Sweet 16
- 11x @umacathletics Coach of the Year

Thank you for 26 years of greatness, @CoachGrosz!

🦅 #CompeteWithPurpose

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

Fun day today at @NorthwesternMN as we welcomed @Franklin_Graham to campus. Billy Graham’s legacy is alive and well at UNW!

[Franklin Graham @Franklin_Graham]

It was a privilege to be at @NorthwesternMN in Minnesota today and speak to the students and faculty in chapel. My father @BillyGraham served as the second president of this school from 1948-1952, when it was Northwestern College, and starting when he was only 29 years old! It was great to see more of the history of this Christian university and how God is using it in the lives of students today. I enjoyed spending time with the president, Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek, his wife Heather, and meeting many on the faculty leadership team. Dr. Hoornbeek is doing an incredible job, and I appreciate that the school is centered on God’s Word! #UNWavering

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

@BenSasse is not only a gift to American history, but perhaps more importantly--even in his limited and decreasing physical state--to our country's future. I view this (golden) hour as Sen. Sasse's version of his last lecture, with an assist to @p_m_robinson. Watch every minute!

[Hoover Institution @HooverInst]

In December 2025, former US Senator @BenSasse announced that he had been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. That's the primary topic for this @UncKnowledge conversation about mortality, faith, and what truly matters when time is short.

Talking to host @P_M_Robinson, Sasse reflects on "redeeming the time"—holding ambition lightly, loving family more deliberately, and resisting the urge to make politics or professional success the center of life.

The discussion also covers Sasse's thoughts on the failures of Congress; the dangers of a fragmented, attention-starved republic; the crisis of higher education; and the moral challenges of technological abundance.

He speaks candidly and movingly about regret, forgiveness, prayer, and suffering—arguing that while death is a real enemy, it does not get the final word. Watch the full conversation on X:

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:13-14

[vids that go hard @vidsthatgohard]

James Van Der Beek, star of ‘Dawson’s Creek,’ died after a long battle with colorectal cancer. He was 48. This is a video he made telling people about his struggles and what cancer taught him. May he Rest in Peace 🕊️ .

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

Happy birthday to the newly named emeritus Archbishop of New York, @CardinalDolan!

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

@CWMadel Chris, you are an honorable man and I respect and appreciate your words. Well said. Thank you.

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

Growth.

[Marcus Lemonis @marcuslemonis]

One word that describes 2025 for you.

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

Paging the @Vikings front office. Burrow can have fun in Minnesota, no doubt!

[Ari Meirov @MySportsUpdate]

Joe Burrow’s presser today felt very reflective — and at times, a bit dark:

"If I want to keep doing this, I have to have fun doing it. I have been through a lot. If it's not fun, then what am I doing it for?"

Later on: "There's just a lot of things going on right now."

(via @Bengals)

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

For my Twin Cities friends who are caught up in the #Waymo news that is circulating the local press this week, here’s a view of my experience inside the vehicle from Phoenix, circa June 2024. Once you get past the fascination, it’s a safe, comfortable ride. 😵😵

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

@RandBall Solid and relatable story, @RandBall! Thanks for the Sunday evening laugh.

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

Ran into Minnesota’s own @petenajarian at MSP! @GopherFootball living legend. Nice to meet you, Pete!

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

Before today, I vaguely knew who @SpencerJCox was, really in name only. After watching this @60Minutes profile, I am impressed. Thank you for placing people above politics, Governor. https://t.co/gDUBsftt9j

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

True story: The many lives of Lane Kiffin included sharing school bus rides with my wife! I'm cheering for you, @Lane_Kiffin.

[Ryan McGee @ESPNMcGee]

From social media trolling to very public firings – everyone has an opinion on Lane Kiffin. He's got one, too. @E60’s The Many Lives of Lane Kiffin' premieres September 24 at 7 PM ET on @ESPN, streaming after on the ESPN App.

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

I was so impressed with Erika Kirk's speech on Sunday and align with every word she said. What a faithful, godly woman!

[CSPAN @cspan]

Erika Kirk: "My husband Charlie he wanted to save young men, just like the one who took his life...On the cross, our savior said, 'Father, forgive them, for they not know what they do.' That young man. I forgive him."

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

This is well said. Thank you @Mike_Pence.

[CSPAN @cspan]

Former VP @Mike_Pence: "The First Amendment though does not protect entertainers who say crass or thoughtless things as Jimmy Kimmel did in the wake of a national tragedy...I would have preferred that the chairman of the FCC had not weighed in."

[Greg Johnson @gljohnson2]

Charlie Kirk's assassination was devastating, as were the murders of Melissa and Mark Hortman, the children at Annunciation, and the ongoing political violence in the US. I appreciate the proactive leadership & challenge from Drs. Hoornbeek & Rivera. Read: https://t.co/cVQj3QheNz